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Consider the following statements regarding Department of Science and Technology:
1. The Department of science and technology comes under the Ministry of Space.
2. It does not have the power regarding the fund allocation to various projects.
Select the incorrect answer using the code given below:
Correct Answer: C — Both 1 and 2
Explanation:
The Department of Science and Technology (DST) is a department within the Ministry of Science and Technology in India. It was established in May 1971 to promote new areas of science and technology and to play the role of a nodal department for organising, coordinating and promoting Scientific and Technological activities in the country. It gives funds to various approved scientific projects in India.